Here are a few major places having 4th of July fireworks this year:

  • New York City — Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks over the East River, with fireworks launching around 8 p.m. and the main display later after sunset.
  • Philadelphia — Wawa Welcome America’s concert and fireworks on the Parkway, with fireworks beginning late in the evening.
  • Washington, D.C. — The National Mall and the Washington Monument area traditionally host the city’s Independence Day fireworks.
  • Boston, Massachusetts — The Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular is one of the better-known July 4 shows in the region.
  • San Diego — Big Bay Boom is a major waterfront fireworks show.

Quick Scoop

If you mean near you , the best answer depends on your city, because most U.S. towns and suburbs hold local fireworks shows on July 4. Massachusetts alone has many town-by-town displays listed for 2026.

Popular big-city shows

City| Event| Notes
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New York City| Macy’s Fourth of July Fireworks 9| Large East River show, visible from multiple spots.
Philadelphia| Wawa Welcome America 8| Concert plus fireworks on the Parkway.
Washington, D.C.| National Mall fireworks 7| Classic patriotic display near the monuments.
Boston| Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular 2| Major annual celebration on the Charles River.
San Diego| Big Bay Boom 2| Waterfront show over San Diego Bay.

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